Waterfall Hikes Near Milliken, CO

8,438 residents
Denver Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milliken? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milliken. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3115°N, -104.8561°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milliken

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 27 gauged

8 of 25 waterfalls near Milliken are flowing strongly today

Boulder Falls Low Calypso Cascades Strong Chasm Falls Barely Flowing Fern Falls Strong Grace Falls Strong Granite Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Strong Marguerite Falls Strong Thousand Falls Strong Timberline Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Patchy Smoke · 98°F

Aft 98°F Patchy Smoke Best
Wed 95°F Patchy Smoke
Thu 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 84°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Milliken

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Timberline Falls Roaring · 21 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Calypso Cascades Strong · 43 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Fern Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  4. 4 Grace Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  5. 5 Granite Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 60th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milliken (7 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Milliken (6 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Milliken

Alberta Falls waterfall

Alberta Falls

45.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
1.6 miles 200 ft
Columbine Falls waterfall

Columbine Falls

41.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glacier Falls waterfall

Glacier Falls

45.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
4.0 miles 800 ft
Copeland Falls waterfall

Copeland Falls

37.9 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Ribbon Falls waterfall

Ribbon Falls

46.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Timberline Falls waterfall

Timberline Falls

48 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyric Falls waterfall

Lyric Falls

42.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grace Falls waterfall

Grace Falls

48.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Marguerite Falls waterfall

Marguerite Falls

44.8 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fern Falls waterfall

Fern Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Calypso Cascades waterfall

Calypso Cascades

40.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.6 miles 700 ft
Trio Falls waterfall

Trio Falls

42.4 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Ouzel Falls waterfall

Ouzel Falls

41.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
5.4 miles 950 ft
Thunder Falls waterfall

Thunder Falls

44.1 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fan Falls waterfall

Fan Falls

44.7 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

34.3 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Mertensia Falls waterfall

Mertensia Falls

43.5 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
War Dance Falls waterfall

War Dance Falls

20.6 miles away
In Rocky Mountain National Park
Colorado
Moderate
12.0 miles 800 ft
Boulder Falls waterfall

Boulder Falls

23.4 miles away
Colorado
Easy
0.3 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milliken

Are there free waterfalls near Milliken?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Milliken, including Boulder Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milliken?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Milliken, including Adams Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milliken?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Milliken, including Boulder Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milliken?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Milliken, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milliken?

The shortest waterfall hike near Milliken is Adams Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Milliken?

The tallest waterfall near Milliken is Boulder Falls at 70 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Milliken require permits?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Milliken require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milliken?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Milliken have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milliken?

The closest waterfall to Milliken is Alberta Falls, approximately 33.5 miles away.

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